Bradley Kramer

Bradley Kramer is Interim Dean of the College of Engineering and Professor in the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering at Kansas State University, holding the Ike and Letty Evans Engineering Chair since 2006. He began his academic career at K-State in 1985 and has served as department head since 1993, concurrently directing the Advanced Manufacturing Institute (AMI) since 2000.

Education:

• Ph.D., Industrial Engineering, Kansas State University, 1985
• M.S., Industrial Engineering, Kansas State University, 1981
• B.S., Industrial Engineering, Kansas State University, 1980

Research Focus: Kramer leads application-driven research in manufacturing systems, engineering pedagogy, and regional economic development. His work integrates technology innovation with industrial partnerships, emphasizing practical solutions for manufacturing challenges and educational advancement. Primary domains include production optimization, technology commercialization, and innovation ecosystem development.

Awards and Honors:

• Tau Beta Pi Eminent Engineer
• ASEE/Dow Outstanding Young Faculty Award
• Ralph Teetor Outstanding Engineering Educator Award
• UEDA Award of Excellence in Leadership and Collaboration (2012)

Leadership and Grants: As AMI Director, he has executed 2,500+ industry projects with 500+ companies. Secured $24M+ from NSF, U.S. Department of Commerce, USDA, and private industry. Recognized for teaching/advising excellence and founding the NSF CAREER Proposal Writing Workshop that enhances faculty funding success.

Labs and Teams: Directs the Advanced Manufacturing Institute, a university-industry collaboration hub driving technology transfer and economic development through engineering partnerships.